Best 97437 Oregon Public Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 950 students in 97437, OR.
The top-ranked public schools in 97437, OR are Elmira Elementary School, Elmira High School and Fern Ridge Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 97437 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Oregon public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in 97437, OR have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Oregon public schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public school average of 43% (majority Hispanic).

Best 97437, OR Public Schools (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Elmira Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
88960 Territorial Rd
Elmira, OR 97437
(541) 935-8214
Gr: K-5 | 261 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #22.
Elmira High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
24936 Fir Grove Ln
Elmira, OR 97437
(541) 935-8200
Gr: 9-12 | 374 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #33.
Fern Ridge Middle School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
88831 Territorial Rd
Elmira, OR 97437
(541) 935-8230
Gr: 6-8 | 315 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 18%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 97437, OR?
The top-ranked public schools in 97437, OR include Elmira Elementary School, Elmira High School and Fern Ridge Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 97437?
3 public schools are located in 97437.
What is the racial composition of students in 97437?
97437 public schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public schools average of 43% (majority Hispanic).

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